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    Home » Cocktails » Margaritas » 26 Easy Flavored Margarita Recipes

    Published: May 22, 2023 · Updated: May 16, 2023 by Sharon Garofalow | This post may contain affiliate links. See the privacy policy linked in my footer.

    26 Easy Flavored Margarita Recipes

    Text: Margaritas - Tasty Recipes to Make all Summer Long, over images of margaritas.

    Get ready to spice up your cocktail game with these easy-flavored margarita recipes. Think classic margarita flavor with fun, fresh twists using unexpected ingredients that will quench your thirst and delight your taste buds. These delicious and low-stress recipes are perfect for any occasion.

    A collage of four different types of margarita recipes.
    Let's make delicious flavored margarita recipes this summer!
    Jump to:
    • Tasty Margarita Recipes to Try
    • 26 Mouthwatering Flavored Margarita Recipes
    • Tools
    • Tips
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • More easy cocktail recipes

    Tasty Margarita Recipes to Try

    These flavored margarita recipes will keep you refreshed all year long.

    But as the weather warms up, there's nothing better than thirst-quenching margaritas - whether it's on the rocks, frozen, or fruity. I'm not too picky! As long as it has bold flavors, and can cool me down poolside, I'm happy. And you will be too!

    Related: Moscow Mule Recipes and Variations

    Even if you don't love tequila cocktails (I get it, bad memories...), there's a recipe or two in this collection that is perfect for you.

    The margarita is a classic cocktail and a great one to start with if you're new to making drinks at home. With the easy margarita recipes below you'll be able to craft the perfect margarita in no time.

    Rimming your glass is a personal preference so whether it's with Tajin, salt or spicy sugar, that's totally up to you!

    26 Mouthwatering Flavored Margarita Recipes

    These Flavored Margarita Recipes are made with fruity, spiced, tropical, and sometimes unexpected ingredients and are the perfect cocktails for summer entertaining. They are bold, fruit-filled and mouthwatering thanks to a variety of liquors and fresh fruits and spices.

    1

    Vodka Margarita Recipe

    This refreshing Vodka Margarita recipe with citrus notes is a perfect cocktail for people who don't like tequila. It is thirst-quenching and easy to make.

    2

    Super Refreshing Basil Margarita Recipe

    My Basil Margarita recipe is loaded with herbaceous basil flavor and the perfect cocktail for those who love quick and easy drinks.

    3

    Spiced Clementine Margarita (with Izze Soda)

    This Spiced Clementine Margarita recipe with notes of citrus and warm spices is a perfect cocktail for those who crave a bit of summer the rest of the year. It takes just 5 minutes!

    4

    Spicy Serrano Margarita Recipe

    This Spicy Serrano Margarita recipe brings a kick to the classic margarita. It is a perfect cocktail for beginner mixologists and made with just 5 ingredients.

    5

    Fruity Strawberry Basil Margarita Recipe for Your Next Fiesta

    This Strawberry Basil Margarita recipe is fruity while both sweet and tangy. It is a perfect cocktail for spring and summer or for when you want something refreshing on a hot day.

    6

    Fresh Watermelon Margarita Recipe

    This Watermelon Margarita recipe is fresh and full of the flavors of summer. It is perfect for when you want a sweet drink with a citrus kick.

    7

    Quick and Easy Blood Orange Margarita Recipe

    This Blood Orange Margarita recipe has a unique and bold citrus flavor and is a perfect cocktail for those who like to keep it simple. It is made with 4 ingredients and you'll love the addition of the spiced rim.

    8

    My House Margarita Recipe: A Super Skinny Margarita

    This Skinny House Margarita recipe with just 3 ingredients is a perfect cocktail for those who want something light and refreshing. It is just 100 calories and you'll love the addition of fizzy sparkling water.

    9

    Quick and Easy Pitcher of Margaritas for a Party

    This Quick and Easy Pitcher of Margaritas recipe has classic margarita flavor but is a perfect cocktail to serve a crowd. It is so simple and just four ingredients.

    10

    Margarita on the Rocks Recipe

    This Margarita on the Rocks recipe with fresh lime and tequila is a perfect cocktail for scratch made, classic margarita flavor. It is so simple and comes together in just a few minutes.

    11

    Refreshing Cucumber Margarita Recipe You'll Want Every Day

    This Cucumber Margarita recipe with fresh cucumbers, lime, and rimmed with Tajin is a perfect cocktail for pool parties or happy hours at home. It is refreshing on a warm summer day and makes a pitcher to serve a crowd.

    12

    Best Frozen Margarita Recipe

    This is the Best Frozen Margarita recipe. It gets it's citrus flavor from frozen limeaid concentrate and orange liqueur. It is cold and frosty for sipping on a hot day. Easy and delicious!

    13

    Refreshing Aperol Margarita Recipe

    This Refreshing Aperol Margarita recipe is bright and vibrant and full of orange flavor thanks to the Aperol. It's the perfect easy and thirst-quenching cocktail for when you want something besides an Aperol Spritz.

    14

    Easy and Delicious Pumpkin Spice Margarita for Fall

    This Pumpkin Spice Margarita recipe gets its unique flavor from canned pumpkin and fall spices. It makes a perfect cocktail for all fall gatherings. It is both unique and mouth-watering.

    15

    Frozen Pineapple Margarita (4 basic ingredients!)

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    This Frozen Pineapple Margarita recipe is light, bright, and full of tropical flavor. It is a perfect cocktail for those who love their cocktails on the tart side.

    16

    Melon Margarita

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    These Melon Margaritas are full of honeydew and lime. They would be delicious for poolside sipping. They are full of island vibes and so refreshing!

    17

    Hibiscus Margarita

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    This Hibiscus Margarita has balanced citrus and floral flavors. This is the cocktail for you if you like your cocktails strong!

    18

    Prickly Pear Margarita

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    These bold hued Prickly Pear Margarita are made with 4 ingredients that are sweet but light. They are the perfect cocktails for poolside or at your next barbecue. They are can be made individually or as a pitcher for entertaining.

    19

    Frozen Mango Skinny Margaritas

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    This Frozen Mango Skinny Margarita with just 5 tropical ingredients are for those who love frozen margaritas on a hot summer day. Easily made in your blender!

    20

    Bourbon Margarita

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    This Bourbon Margarita ditches the classic tequila for bourbon, Cointreau, lime juice, and a splash of agave. It is ideal for those who love shaken (not stirred!) margaritas served on the rocks.

    21

    Raspberry Margarita - Perfect For National Margarita Day!

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    This Raspberry Margarita with sweet raspberry simple syrup, Chambord raspberry liqueur, fresh lime juice, and sparkling wine is the perfect cocktail for raspberry lovers. It's a classic margarita with a twist.

    22

    Mezcal Margarita aka Mezcalita Cocktail Recipe

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    This Mezcal Margarita is smokey, spicy, and full of citrus flavor. It is a bold cocktails for hot summer days. It is quick and easy too!

    23

    Grapefruit Margaritas

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    These Grapefruit Margaritas with sparkling grapefruit juice, lime, and a splash of pomegranate juice are a delicious cocktail for your next gathering. They are full of sweetness and tang and so easy!

    24

    Spicy Cucumber Jalapeno Margarita

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    This Spicy Cucumber Jalapeno Margarita pairs crisp cucumber and jalapenos to make the perfect cocktails for entertaining. They are sweet and spicy and quick thanks to limited ingredients.

    25

    Passionfruit Margarita

    Photo Credit: jamjarkitchen.com

    This Passionfruit Margarita is slightly sweet and a little bit tart. It is the perfect cocktail for summer sipping. Refreshing and easy!

    26

    Pomegranate Margarita

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    This bright red Pomegranate Margarita comes together with with fresh fruit juice, citrus, and tequila. The pomegranate seeds add a burst of sweet flavor.

    Tools

    I keep my bar simple. For many of these easy margarita recipes, all you'll need is a cocktail shaker or a blender. You don't need tons of fancy tools or gadgets to make quality cocktails at home. But here are my favorite things that make shaking up differentl types of margaritas super easy!

    • Angled Jigger
    • Citrus Squeezer
    • Muddler

    Tips

    • If you plan to serve these margs pitcher style, keep the ice on the side so people can serve themselves and the margaritas won't get watered down.
    • If serving at a gathering, rim the glasses ahead of time, to save time. They are fine to sit and wait until ready to use.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the best tequila for margaritas?

    The best tequila for margaritas is the one you enjoy! I prefer a blanco tequila, but you can also use reposado. I would skip an anejo since those tend to be a little more expensive and have a more complex, concentrated flavor.

    You don't need to spend a lot on a bottle, just make sure you like the taste of it on its own, even if you're mixing it in a cocktail.

    Why do you need triple sec for margaritas?

    You don't need triple sec (quite a few of the recipes here don't contain it), but it is found in the classic recipe for margaritas. Both tequila and lime are tart, and the orange liqueur adds a touch of sweetness to balance out the flavor and cut through all of that tartness.

    You can substitute it for Cointreau if you already have a bottle of that orange liqueur on your bar.

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    Sharon lives in Southern California with her adorable family. She loves to share ideas to make mom life easier and encourage busy gals to make time for themselves too! Sharon's "me" time often includes watching Hallmark Channel movies, sipping sauvignon blanc, trying not to eat Salt and Pepper potato chips, and planning girlfriend getaways.

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